Air Fryer Steak Bites
Tender, juicy steak bites cooked to perfection in the air fryer with minimal oil and maximum flavor. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted optional, for serving
- 1 fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels to ensure even browning.
- In a large bowl, combine steak bites with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Toss to coat evenly.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Place the steak bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between pieces for proper air circulation.
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until steak reaches desired doneness (130°F for medium-rare, 140°F for medium).
- Remove steak bites from the air fryer and let rest for 2–3 minutes.
- Drizzle with melted butter (optional) and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For best results, do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. If cooking a larger batch, work in batches to ensure even cooking.